Purchase Your Session
Complete the one-time $200 payment to begin your Own Your Block 1:1 process.
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Turn a neighborhood idea into a practical next step.
Own Your Block is a 45-minute 1:1 strategy session for residents and emerging community builders who want personalized guidance on vacant land, acquisition pathways, local systems, and responsible neighborhood activation.
45 MinutesPersonalized GuidanceChicago-Focused
Martell CollinsCommunity Strategist · Build Where You Live
Your Sequence
Complete each step in order.
This page is for people who have selected the Own Your Block 1:1 service. Purchase first, complete the intake second, and only then schedule your session.
Complete Your Intake
Share your lot, block, project stage, goals, obstacles, timeline, and questions so Martell can prepare for your session.
Step 2 · Required Intake
Tell Martell what you are working on.
Please complete this intake before using the scheduling calendar below.
Step 3 · Schedule
Choose your 45-minute session time.
Only schedule after you have purchased the service and submitted the intake. Calendly checks Martell's connected Google Calendar, and confirmed virtual appointments use Google Meet.